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Master Make-Up Artist Rick Baker is the Focus of this Episode of Monsterama

Elvira takes us to visit the great monster maker Rick Baker and gives us a visual retrospective of some of his greatest work. From American Werewolf in London to How The Grinch Stole Christmas, Baker’s groundbreaking techniques have pushed the boundaries of movie make-up to new heights that embrace technology without sacrificing the artistry of practical effects.

Watch and enjoy!

Monsters in the Movies by legendary filmmaker John Landis showcases the greatest monsters ever to creep, fly, slither, stalk, or rampage across the Silver Screen! Landis provides his own fascinating and entertaining insights into the world of moviemaking, while conducting in-depth “conversations” with leading monster makers including Rick Baker:Monsters in the Movies

Earlier this year, Rick auctioned off a large part of his studio collection. Some of these items are still available, such as this animatronic gorilla head from Gorillas in the Mist: